Splash of Cinema
by Peter Marrara and John Bodenman
Splash of Cinema is an exciting podcast covering film and television news, reviews, and elements. Through the humorous lens of film lovers and amateur critics John Bodenman and Peter Marrara, candid conversations over popular movies highlight the underappreciated and unknown aspects of beloved projects. This weekly conversation aims to bring a variety of special guests and film lovers to talk about anything and everything cinema. A weekly hidden gem will also be brought up to add to your watchlist. All questions and suggestions can be sent to [email protected]
Episodes
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96th Academy Awards Predictions
Recorded March 10, 2024. Enjoy this short and sweet solo podcast from Splash of Cinema co-host John Bodenman that lightly goes over the Oscar nominees for this year's 2024 Academy Awards in each category. John makes his informed predictions (with commentary) and extends the predictions of Pete…
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Episode 35: 2024 Awards Show Talk with Harrison Krebs
Recorded January 17, 2024. In this fun episode of Splash of Cinema, we bring on first time guest and Letterboxd fiend Harrison Krebs (LB: harrisonkrebs) to talk all things awards shows. We recap some surprises from the Golden Globes and Critics Choice awards and look forward to the Oscars, going…
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Episode 34: 75th Emmy Awards Preview with Cooper Stepke
Recorded January 8, 2024. Splash of Cinema brings on Cooper Stepke to run back our Emmy predictions after predicting the 74th Emmy Awards in 2022. Premiering tonight, Monday January 15th at 8pm ET is the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, a revamped ceremony hosted by Anthony Anderson and broadcasting…
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Episode 33: Perspectives on A.I. & Technology with Mike Egbueze and Will Bodenman
Recorded on December 30, 2023. In another conversational style episode with Mike Egbueze, a repeat guest and technology expert, Splash of Cinema also brings on Will Bodenman to discuss our future technological landscape. This wide-ranging conversation delves into topics including streaming…
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Episode 32: 81st Golden Globes with Jackson Matukaitis
Recorded January 4, 2024. In our 32nd episode, we bring on former guest and style guru Jackson Matukaitis (LB: jmat11) to do some awards show analysis and prediction. Premiering tonight, Sunday January 7th at 8pm ET is the 81st Golden Globes, a revamped ceremony hosted by Jo Koy on CBS and...
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Episode 31: Baseball Movies Part 1 with Jack Marrara
Recorded December 13, 2023. In a fun-filled episode, we celebrate America's pastime with our resident sports movies guest Jack Marrara (LB: heresjohnny69). With Jack's insights as a lover of baseball and former superstar high school baseball player we delve into a glorious lineup of essential...
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Episode 30: 2023 Blockbusters, Blackberries, Bangers, and Bombshells with Sam Rosevear
Recorded November 13, 2023. It's the big episode 30! Splash of Cinema has been around for a while, and what a better way to celebrate the occasion than by bringing on our most popular guest, Sam Rosevear (LB: srosevear) to cover the penultimate 2023 lineup. We bring a dynamic slate of five huge...
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Episode 29: Spotlight on Summer 2023
Recorded October 13, 2023 This episode we're serving you several fresh takes on some of the more popular and fun films thus far of 2023 offered across a variety of streaming services near you at this point. Through new spins on played-out genres, legends of cinema putting some of the final…
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Episode 28: More 2023 Oscars Films with Sam Rosevear
Recorded April 2, 2023 Splash of Cinema is back after graduations, a refreshing summer, new phases in life, and a summer that featured strikes from both SAG-AFTRA (Actors' Union) and WGA (Writers' Union), so it's probably best we took a break too. In honor of our return we bring you a fun episode...
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'Barry' Season 4, Episode 5 Recap- "tricky legacies"
Recorded May 13, 2023 In this episode, John and Will analyze what is perhaps the show’s craziest narrative shift yet. Set eight years in the future, the plot dynamics are unlike anything we’ve ever seen from ‘Barry’. We try to make sense of this new twist, how it impacts the characters, the…
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 7 Recap- "Tailgate Party"
Recorded May 8, 2023 Emotions run high in this season's seventh episode of 'Succession' as characters are pitted against each other and pull out the claws. We dissect character relationships and interactions, pointing out which characters seem to be in the best and worst positions heading into…
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 6 Recap- "Living+"
Recorded May 2, 2023 In a relatively self-contained sixth episode of 'Succession,' the characters navigate an investor conference, reverting to old habits and revealing more of where their motivations lie heading towards the end of the show. Pete and John bring their interpretations of the…
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'Barry' Season 4, Episode 4 Recap- "it takes a psycho"
Recorded May 1, 2023 Following what was perhaps the most impactful episode of the entire 'Barry' show, John and Will break down what happened character by character. We navigate through feelings of shock, amazement, intrigue, and resignation as we acknowledge the show's power to tear apart any…
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 5 Recap- "Kill List"
Recorded April 24, 2023 Pete and John touch on the latest episode of "Succession" and what it means for the show and season. In this past episode, the show featured an expectant clash of worlds that brings about interesting possibilities and reveals which characters will rise up to the occasion…
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'Barry' Season 4, Episode 3 Recap- "you're charming"
Recorded April 24, 2023 Following the release of the introductory first two episodes of 'Barry' season 4, John and Will delve into the action-packed third episode, delivering an analysis of the vibrant plot and anticipating where the action will take us next throughout this final season. Here at...
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 4 Recap- "Honeymoon States"
Recorded April 19, 2023 After the magnitude of episode 3, John and Pete sift through the fallout process laid out in episode 4 and predict where things are headed next. Splash of Cinema brings this episode to you Sunday night before the release of episode 5, enjoy our analysis with a touch of…
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'Barry' Season 4, Episodes 1 & 2 Recap- "yikes" and "bestest place on earth"
Recorded April 17, 2023 In this episode, John brings on frequent podcast guest Will to launch a new sub-series covering the fourth and final season of Bill Hader’s acclaimed genre-bending dark comedy ‘Barry’ on HBO Max. Following this season’s episodes released weekly on Sundays at 10pm, John and...
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 3 Recap- "Connor's Wedding"
Recorded April 10, 2023 Pete and John dive into the latest 'Succession' episode released yesterday on HBO, a deep and emotional turn from the writers and ensemble. Everything changes as things develop, and suddenly what you thought you saw coming is flipped on its head. Through a constant…
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 2 Recap- "Rehearsal"
Recorded April 3, 2023 This week Splash of Cinema covers the latest 'Succession' episode released yesterday on HBO. As the season heats up, storylines come into focus and characters make their own moves. John and Pete are here to cover it all. What is next for Connor and Willa's relationship?…
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'Succession' Season 4, Episode 1 Recap- "The Munsters"
Recorded March 27, 2023 Splash of Cinema brings its first ever single episode analysis of a show, going in on 'Succession' Season 4, Episode 1 which came out yesterday on HBO in the coveted 9pm slot. John and Pete dive in on the newest release of the hit series, talking about various plotlines...
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Episode 27: Exploring 2023 Oscar Nominees
Recorded February 10, 2023 This year's Academy Awards (Oscars) ceremony was held two weeks ago, honoring some of the best in cinema from 2022. In this episode, recorded before the ceremony, Pete and John discuss some of the nominees across various categories and what makes them stand out. From a...
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Episode 26: "White Lotus" Season 2 In Depth with Will Bodenman and Cooper Stepke
Recorded December 19, 2022 It's Splash of Cinema's last episode recorded in 2022, a fun-filled look at one of the hottest TV shows on the market: HBO's "The White Lotus." In this episode, John brings on Will Bodenman (5th appearance on the pod, LB: WillBode) and Cooper Stepke (LB: cooopie) to go...
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Episode 25: 74th Emmy Awards Reactions
Recorded September 22, 2022 Alternate Title: "The Lost Audio Files Episode 2". Splash of Cinema has been through its fair share of trials and setbacks, often disappearing for months on end with little warning. This summer, after a string of successful and wildly acclaimed episodes, several audio...
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Episode 24: Spotlight on Summer 2022
Recorded September 11, 2022 Alternate Title: "The Lost Audio Files Episode 1". Splash of Cinema has been through its fair share of trials and setbacks, often disappearing for months on end with little warning. This summer, after a string of successful and wildly acclaimed episodes, several audio...
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Episode 23: 74th Emmy Awards Preview with Cooper Stepke
Recorded September 4, 2022. Cooper Stepke (LB: cooopie) loves television so much he's single-handedly keeping several streaming services alive. Does Cooper have a future in the industry? Our gut says yes. An avid fan of "Better Call Saul" and "Succession", Coop doubles as a Cornell student in his...
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Episode 22: A Conversation on Marvel with Mike Egbueze and Will Bodenman
Recorded on August 6, 2022. Following a conversational interview style format, this installment of Splash of Cinema sees John bring on guests Will Bodenman (LB: WillBode) and Mike Egbueze. Mike, a senior at Cornell, is a Marvel super fan and expert. Throughout the episode, Will, John, and Mike...
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Episode 21: Best of Early 2022 with Sam Rosevear
Recorded July 11, 2022 Splash of Cinema legend and frequent guest Sam Rosevear (LB: srosevear) comes on to tackle our most prolific lineup of films yet. Ranging from blockbusters to reappearances from legendary directors, the six films covered are as varied as can be but have all left their mark…
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Episode 20: More 2021 Films with Jackson Matukaitis
Recorded on January 5, 2022. Back from hiatus, the Splash of Cinema squad is back up and roaring again, kicking off our return with first-time guest Jackson Matukaitis (LB: jmat11) to recap some of the best films of 2021. Covering a lineup of five of the best from last year as well as the box...
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Episode 19: 2021 Summer Domestic Box Office Hits
Recorded on November 16, 2021 (Pete’s Time) and November 17, 2021 (John’s Time). John and Pete return to cover the biggest box office hits of summer 2021 in the U.S., films that were mainly designed to make money and did their job. Through Disney and Marvel projects along with other big-budget...
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Episode 18: A24 Vol. III, Repeat Directors with Guest Will Bodenman
Recorded on August 14, 2021. The first episode of the podcast without one of our usual co-hosts (come back soon Pete), John brings back recurring guest Will Bodenman for the usual, another dose of discussion around revolutionary production company A24. This third volume in the A24 sub-series…
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Episode 17: The Genius of Christopher Nolan with Guest Sam Rosevear
Recorded on May 6, 2021. In this episode, Pete and John bring back recurring guest and recent Macalaster graduate Sam Rosevear to talk about one of our favorite directors, the legendary Christopher Nolan. In chronological order of his career (special exception for the Batman trilogy), Nolan’s...
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Episode 16: 93rd Academy Awards Preview
*Re-Edited* Recorded on April 24, 2021. John and Pete preview the 93rd Academy Awards in this episode, selecting a few films from several categories that stood out for various reasons and haven't been previously covered on the podcast. From animated shorts to heavyweight 'Best Picture'…
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Episode 15: All Things Spider-Man with Special Guest Ben Hosler
Recorded on April 6, 2021. Ben Hosler (LB: BLHProd) is an amateur filmmaker, aspiring film major, and moderately viral Tik-Toker with a deep knowledge and appreciation of the Spider-Man Universe. In this episode, John and Pete dive deep into the Spider-Man Universe, covering the Tobey, Andrew…
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Episode 14: Great Performances in Film with Special Guests Aaron Reisinger and Luke Babinchak
Recorded on March 31, 2021. Roommates and cinema lovers Aaron Reisinger (LB: aaronreisinger) and Luke Babinchak (LB: lukebab10), avid users of Letterboxd and amateur critics in their own right, come on this episode to discuss some of their favorite performances and likewise some of the best…
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Episode 13: Hockey Films with Special Guest Jack Marrara
Recorded on March 21, 2021. In an episode dedicated to the wild sport of hockey, the best and most iconic hockey films are covered from both a cinematic and player's perspective. Guest Jack Marrara, a film lover, former college club hockey player, and a friend of the pod, comes on to discuss his...
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Episode 12: Best Picture Winners 2011-2020
Recorded on February 28, 2021. John and Pete bring you the past decade worth of Academy Award winning Best Picture features in this episode, reviewing the things that stood out from each respective film. While these films may not have been the best of their year by our opinion, each of these…
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Episode 11: A24 Vol. II, Low-Key Hits with Guest Will Bodenman
Recorded on February 21, 2021. Splash of Cinema continues the A24 subseries with the second installment, a portrait of some underappreciated pieces from the production company, including the hidden gem of the week. Joining the episode is guest Will Bodenman, an A24 fanatic and close friend of the...
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Episode 10: Golden Globe Nominations Reaction
Recorded on February 11, 2021. Following the release of the 2021 Golden Globe nominations, Pete and John explore the various categories and honorees. Understanding the context of the 'Globes' as an awards show, Pete and John give insight as to what the judges normally look for, expressing…
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Episode 9: Paul Thomas Anderson Filmography with Guest Sam Rosevear
Recorded on February 1, 2021. Paul Thomas Anderson: the man, the myth, the legend. In this episode, Pete and John bring back on former guest Sam Rosevear to talk all things PTA, going through his entire array of eight masterful features and a recent short collaboration with Thom Yorke. Through...
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Episode 8: 2020 in Review: The Third Installment
Recorded on January 24, 2021. Wrapping up a trilogy of episodes dedicated to the unique year of 2020 cinema, John and Pete cover a variety of awards heavyweights in this episode, as well as some cinema news and a discussion of the new Marvel show "WandaVision". A longer episode for the podcast,...
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Episode 7: 2020 in Review: The Sequel Episode
Recorded on January 11, 2021 In this episode, John and Pete cover some more iconic 2020 films, good and bad. Through popular projects and more awards contenders, a conversation develops on various performances, screenplays, visuals, and other film elements that shaped 2020 in cinema. This week…
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Episode 6: 2020 in Review with Guest Sam Rosevear
Recorded on January 3, 2021. In a lengthy episode, John and Pete bring on fellow film lover and Letterboxd Pro member Sam Rosevear to go over the big movies of 2020, and what stood out. Despite a year of cinemas lost to the coronavirus, 2020 brought some quality films, which are given reviews by...
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Episode 5: Classic Christmas Movies
Recorded on December 29, 2020. In the spirit of the holiday season, Pete and John cover a variety of classic Christmas movies, including the hidden gem of the week. For a unique animated gem, Will Bodenman comes on to share his thoughts. From "Elf" to "Home Alone", the analysis of what makes a...
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Episode 4: "The Mandalorian" Season 2 Recap
Recorded on December 21, 2020 Following the recent finale of Season 2 of the highly lauded Star Wars show "The Mandalorian", John and Pete delve into what made Season 2 special, and how the balance was struck between entertainment value and fan appreciation. With sections dedicated to both a...
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Episode 3: A24 Vol. I, Ari Aster and Safdie Brothers Edition with Special Guest Will Bodenman
Recorded on December 2, 2020 In the first installment of a series covering the fresh production company A24, John and Pete bring on their first guest, Will Bodenman. Will, John's twin brother, is a film lover and amateur critic through Letterboxd, and an ardent follower of A24 movies. In a...
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Episode 2: Inside The Coen Brothers
Recorded on November 25, 2020. In this episode, John and Peter highlight the acclaimed pair of directors, writers, and producers: The Coen Brothers. Covering seven hit films from the duo, including the hidden gem of the week, John and Peter discuss the dark humor style so iconic to the Coens and...
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Episode 1 : Election Movies, Marvel vs. DC, The Rise of Netflix
Recorded on November 7, 2020 In the inaugural episode, John and Pete discuss elections in movies and TV shows. They also debate whether or not Netflix will keep producing at the same rate that they currently are. News regarding the Marvel and DC Universes are discussed as well as a brief chat…
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About this show
Splash of Cinema is an exciting podcast covering film and television news, reviews, and elements. Through the humorous lens of film lovers and amateur critics John Bodenman and Peter Marrara, candid conversations over popular movies highlight the underappreciated and unknown aspects of beloved projects. This weekly conversation aims to bring a variety of special guests and film lovers to talk about anything and everything cinema. A weekly hidden gem will also be brought up to add to your watchlist. All questions and suggestions can be sent to [email protected]
Hosted by
Peter Marrara and John Bodenman